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as in naive
lacking in worldly wisdom or informed judgment
a wide-eyed and trusting child
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as in susceptible
readily taken advantage of
the sort of phony UFO "artifacts" that wide-eyed tourists fall for
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Recent Examples of wide-eyed
Griner and her wife, Cherelle, are parents to 10-month-old son, Bash, who is wide-eyed, curious and learning to walk.
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Ben Pickman, New York Times, 22 May 2025
Pattinson looked at Lawrence wide-eyed, as if imploring her to answer first.
—Rachel Handler, Vulture, 18 May 2025
The newcomer has a wide-eyed, penetrating stare that at once communicates the reality of Fuki’s innocence and the depth of her curiosity.
—Lovia Gyarkye, HollywoodReporter, 17 May 2025
But the Thunder resisted the wide-eyed and inexperienced label that has followed it around all series, scoring 11 straight early in the fourth while the Nuggets went almost five minutes without a point.
—Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 11 May 2025
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Ben Pickman, New York Times, 22 May 2025
Pattinson looked at Lawrence wide-eyed, as if imploring her to answer first.
—Rachel Handler, Vulture, 18 May 2025
The newcomer has a wide-eyed, penetrating stare that at once communicates the reality of Fuki’s innocence and the depth of her curiosity.
—Lovia Gyarkye, HollywoodReporter, 17 May 2025
But the Thunder resisted the wide-eyed and inexperienced label that has followed it around all series, scoring 11 straight early in the fourth while the Nuggets went almost five minutes without a point.
—Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 11 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for wide-eyed
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The first big work people make, that first foray into the public eye, has something so naive about it.—
Simon Thompson,
Forbes.com,
26 May 2025
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But his answers Thursday painted the picture of an organization willing to trust internal answers over trading Jamal Murray, Aaron Gordon or Michael Porter Jr. That is either delusional, naive, or both.—
Troy Renck,
Denver Post,
22 May 2025
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Recent research shows rural SMEs, those based outside city limits, may be more susceptible to financial risk posed by climate hazards.—
Claire Poole,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2025
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These mutations can make the cancer more aggressive but also potentially susceptible to a specific type of drug called a PARP inhibitor, especially if the cancer becomes resistant to hormone therapy.—
Jason P. Joseph,
The Conversation,
21 May 2025
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While our lives tick along as normal these endless thousands of innocent human souls are still being expelled from the earth… for what?—
Matthew Strauss,
Pitchfork,
30 May 2025
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Al Nassr When a YouTuber named Abu Omar dared to do an innocent impression of supervillain Lionel Messi at the home of Cristiano Ronaldo, Al Nassr gave a calm and measured response.—
Tim Spiers,
New York Times,
30 May 2025
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With summer approaching, the Milky Way becomes easier to see, but spotting it won't be as simple as looking up at the sky.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
20 May 2025
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Tile or laminate flooring is easy to clean, which is perfect for messy activities like repotting plants.—
Andrea Beck,
Better Homes & Gardens,
20 May 2025
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Trevon Williams, who did not escape from the New Orleans jail, was charged with 10 counts of being a principal to simple escape, Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill announced on May 23.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
25 May 2025
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Related Stories 13 Under-The-Radar Activities And Experiences In Key West The 11 Best Key West Restaurants On The Water Rooms And Rates The rooms are bright, cheerful, and simple, with colorful coastal touches in artwork and decorative items like pillows.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
24 May 2025
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The results were hilarious, but Gould also won hearts as the affable (if a bit gullible) victim of the ruse.—
EW Staff,
EW.com,
20 Mar. 2025
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Chamberlain was gullible and naïve, and Chamberlain’s appeasement to Hitler is considered one of the biggest betrayals in modern history.—
Tom Zirpoli,
Baltimore Sun,
11 Mar. 2025
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“Wide-eyed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wide-eyed. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.
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